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I bet a lot of my friends back east feel like doing this with all of the snow they received this winter—and are still getting (it snowed in Boston on Friday!). In this amazing Discovery video, a North American red fox "pinpoints field mice buried deep beneath … Read More

Wash Your Hands!
I’ve talked about the importance of washing your hands in an airplane bathroom, but I’ve never advised you flat-out to make sure you always keep your hands clean when you travel (and at home). I was reminded why the other day … Read More

Historic Koblenz, Germany is a treasure for the historian, the wine connoisseur and the nature lover. Koblenz lies where the west flowing Mosel River meets the Rhine River, which comes down from the north. It's surrounded by three low mountain ranges: the … Read More

This week's travel contests include:
Win a trip for two to Switzerland
Win a $16,700 trip for two to Rio de Janeiro for the 2016 Olympics
Win a week-long Caribbean cruise for four
Win a trip to the Bahamas
Win a trip for two to a spa in Cabo San … Read More

It took me a while to learn most of the major airport codes around the world but now that I have them down pat, it feels normal to speak in this code when talking to industry people and my aviation geek friends. I’m often asked what airport I’m referring to, … Read More

Up until a few years ago, one thing was certain when I traveled: I'd always send a postcard to my family members. These days sending postcards the old fashion way is nothing but a hassle. First, you have to find a store or stand that sells them (which isn’t … Read More

Look at Airline Partner Sites when Booking Flights
When you're pricing out flights, don’t just go to the site of the airline with which you want to earn miles. Instead, search multiple sites (including our search engine) and their partner sites, as well. You … Read More

Want to know how to travel in style, just like the pros? We check in with frequent fliers to find out how often they fly, their favorite destinations and what they never leave home without.
Name: Hanne Hellvik
Occupation: Freelancer
Hometown: … Read More